VBR and VMLS are looking for a few great leaders! We have upcoming openings for Director positions on both the VBR and VMLS Boards of Directors for 2020-2021. Please, consider joining the REALTOR® volunteer leadership ranks. If you are interested, please apply today . The completed form must be submitted by Friday, July 31.
 
On Wednesday, July 15, at 11:00 a.m., we have partnered with the Boulder Association of REALTORS® for a virtual program featuring J’amie Nowak. J'amie will discuss  W hat’s  I mportant  N ow and provide actionable ideas to help you to navigate the uncertain times that have unfolded within the pandemic. Plus, she will guide you to look forward and see the bright future for our industry. This informative session will help you prepare now to be ready, willing, and able to make great strides in your business, moving forward!  Register here .

Best regards,

Erica Kirk
COVID-19 UPDATES
  • The VBR office remains partially closed with staff working remotely and part-time on site. Appointments are requested to ensure the correct staff person is available.

  • If you need a lockbox or Welcome Home bag, please schedule a pick-up time. Call our main line at 766-1028 or email Member Services Manager Jen Beckley at jen@vbr.net.
NEW PUBLIC HEALTH ORDER

Eagle County has advanced to the "Black Diamond" Phase in its Public Health Order   regarding COVID-19. All community members are strongly encouraged to read the entire order.

As some restrictions are rolled back, Eagle County officials note the importance of residents and business leaders continuing to meet social distancing requirements.
OPEN HOUSES UPDATE

Open houses are now allowed with Colorado's eighth amended public health order.

Please review the order and go to Appendix B & D. It states that real estate includes in-person real estate showings and marketing services, which  must adhere to Social Distancing Requirements  with cleaning and disinfection between each showing. Open houses  must follow the Indoor Event requirements in Section I.H.4  of this Order (page 6-7).
BEST OF THE BLOGS

The 30-year rate just hit another all-time low this week, hovering a sliver above 3 percent. From NAR.

Many real estate experts believe this summer could be one of the best times to sell a home in years. From Realtor.com.

FY 21 spending measure invests in fair housing counseling, transportation infrastructure projects. From NAR.
SAFE SHOWING PLEDGE
VBR's "Safe Showing Pledge" provides additional clarity on industry and business-specific safety measures, and to share all the extra precautions taken for showing properties by following the “safer at home” guidelines. These guidelines are still applicable, and ensure the protection of the Vail Valley community and buyers and sellers.

Join us in sharing with our neighbors your commitment to the “Safe Showing Pledge” for showings and open houses!
BUSINESS TOOL KITS
TOOL KITS YOU CAN USE
 
Eagle County provides a  COVID-19 Business Toolkit  and a Business Communication Toolkit to help local businesses navigate transitions and prepare for the next iteration of the public health order.

Also, the Welcome Home Campaign is a strategy to help boost business and revenue in Eagle County by inviting our second-home owners to live in Eagle County.
CONTINUING EDUCATION
UPCOMING COURSES
For any online classes, links to attend will be sent to registrants prior to the class. NOTE: Attendees MUST stay on the webinar for the entire duration to receive CE credit (per DORA).
Tomorrow: Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy
Vail Pro Designation
This course has moved online.
Tuesday, July 14
12:00 to 2:00 p.m.
Instructor: Nikki Maline, Walking Mountains Science Center
2 Vail Pro credits and 2 CE
Join us on Wednesday for W hat's I mportant N ow, a FREE webinar with J'aime Nowak. J'aime will provide actionable ideas to help you to navigate the uncertain times that have unfolded within the pandemic. Plus, she will guide you to look forward and see the bright future for our industry.

W hat's I mportant N ow
Wednesday, July 15
11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Free online webinar
Affiliate and Third Party education opportunities are listed below under "Affiliate Corner." Check out what's new, including a FREE 3 CE Conservation course this Thursday!
LOOKING FOR LEADERS
VBR and VMLS are looking for a few great leaders! We have upcoming openings for Director positions on both the VBR and VMLS Boards of Directors for the 2020-2021 cycle.

Experience serving on either a committee, or the Board of Directors of a REALTOR® Association or MLS Service within the past five years is preferred but not required .

If you are interested, please apply today. The completed form must be submitted by  Friday, July 31.
MLS UPDATE
ONE DAY CODE REPLACEMENT
As of Tuesday, July 8 , affiliates and unlicensed individuals  no longer   have direct access to lockboxes.  One day code   is disabled because the SentriConnect application is the best way to track people going into the property .

Realtors will need to use their existing SentriKey app to grant access to contractors, painters, photographers, inspectors, or any person requiring temporary access to a property, via SentriConnect. 
This helpful video from VMLS Director Mike Fox explains more on using SentriConnect.
MORE SENTRICONNECT VIDEOS
These helpful videos explain the basic features of SentriConnect for nonsubscribers, and how agents can grant access to SentriConnect. 
How to use SentriConnect® (For Non-SentriLock subscribers)
How to grant SentriConnect® access with the SentriKey® Real Estate app
RPAC UPDATE
RPAC MINUTE

In this RPAC Minute video, REALTORS® Amy Dorsey and George Nehme discuss the upcoming RPAC events with CAR Government Affairs Coordinator Cameron Hill.
DIAMONDS ARE FOR RPAC

You could win a diamond just for supporting the REALTORS® Political Action Committee! During RPAC Month, the Colorado Association of REALTORS® is giving away a diamond worth over $2,000.

Tickets to enter the drawing are $25 each. Make your 2020 RPAC Major Investment and you will get 40 entries for the drawing, plus all the other CAR and NAR Major Investor benefits.

Must purchase tickets by July 30, 2020.
VBR IN THE COMMUNITY
GIVE A DOG A HOME

Home for Hounds is a public art exhibit and fundraiser for the Eagle Valley Humane Society and the VBR Foundation. There are a few ways you can be involved.

1) You can view the doghouses up for auction online and in Avon's Possibility Plaza - Main Street. Make sure to vote online for your favorite.

2) Help VBR promote this charity event on social media, in emails, or with a fun doggie water station.

VBR is the proud presenting sponsor of Home for Hounds.
AFFILIATES' CORNER
AFFILIATE SPOTLIGHT
Whether you are looking for a new loan with great terms, or finding a better refinance solution, Bonnie Marlette of Security National Mortgage will individually consult with you and offer a full line of loan product solutions that best match your unique needs and financial situation. With 17 years of experience, Bonnie is knowledgeable on all loan product types. She can help locals, investors and second home owners alike. 
AFFILIATE & THIRD PARTY CLASSES
Free CE credit conservation workshop in July

Eagle Valley Land Trust is co-hosting FREE, online conservation workshops for real estate and legal professionals on July 16. The real estate workshop will cover conservation easements, stewardship, and marketing and selling conserved properties.

Thursday, July 16
FREE Online

Real Estate Professionals (3 CE)
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Legal Professionals (4 CE)
1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
If you have listings, then you may have leads waiting for you in your FREE Homes.com account. In cooperation with the VMLS, Homes.com is displaying up-to-date information about your listings. Make sure interested buyers are also seeing this info!

A FREE 30-minute webinar to learn about your listing display, how to update your personal information, and leverage the cloud based Homes.com Lead Management System to connect with more buyers.

Tuesday, August 13
12:00 p.m. Mountain
Homes.com Lead Management System includes:

● A Lead and Contact Manager App
● Email Marketing App
● Monthly Newsletter Service
Find trusted industry related partners in
VBR's affiliate directory. 
Welcome to our newest Realtor and Affiliate members!
EDUCATION QUICK LINKS
REQUIREMENTS
ONLINE OPTIONS
DESIGNATION QUICK LINKS
EARN YOUR VAIL PRO DESIGNATION
Increase your local knowledge in the real estate industry and become a local expert! The Vail Pro Designation is an educational program open to  all  VBR Realtor and Affiliate members!
CONTACT THE VBR
Association Executive

MLS Director

Membership & Office Coordinator

Education & Marketing Manager
2020 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
SUPPORT LINES
BENEFITS & PROGRAMS
SECURITY TOOL FOR MEMBERS
Forewarn is a FREE proactive safety and lead intelligence service for all VMLS members. You can verify a prospect’s identity, criminal records, bankruptcies, liens, judgments, address history and property records all in one place, leading to safer and more productive interactions.
WELCOME HOME BAG PROGRAM
VBR's "Welcome HOME Bag" Program is back in action! However, we are following social distancing protocols. Contact jen@vbr.net to schedule a bag pick up .

This is a free benefit to all VBR REALTORS®, members who sell a home, and the bags are designed to be client gifts. Each cooler bag includes a picnic blanket, cutting board, set of wine tumblers, and a reusable shopping tote. Thank you Affiliate sponsors; Closet Factory, Fireside Properties, FirstBank, Stewart Title, TurnKey Vacation Rentals, Title Company of the Rockies, and Walls + Floors/ The Paint Bucket.
YOUR VBR BENEFITS
VBR members receive special pricing for advertising in HOME Magazine! Contact Michelle Sanders of Colorado Mountain News Media for info. Click below to read HOME.
NAR & CAR BENEFITS
VAIL BOARD OF REALTORS
275 Main Street, Suite G004
Edwards, CO 81632
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